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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Neoclassical
Circa 1900s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.2 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.40 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.12 ct. Ring size is US ...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Victorian 15ct yellow gold opal and diamond ring. The central old cut diamond is surrounded by 4 lovely opals and the shoulders feature lovely ornate detail. Conditio...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Fancy Yellow Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Three Stone Antique Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering three old European cut diamonds prong set in platinum east to west Weighing approximately 0.90 carat total - fancy greenish-yellow in color With VS2 to SI1 clarity - flank...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold turquoise and pearl cluster ring from the Victorian era. Sat between a pair of swirling open shoulders are a cluster of round natural pearls with a centra...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold and Silver 1.74ctw Diamond & Pearl Palmette Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, pearl, yellow gold and silver brooch or pendant, set with one round pearl, one teardrop shaped pearl, six old European cut diamonds, and seventy-five rose cut di...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Horseshoe and Riding Crop Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fun 15ct yellow gold ring that originally dates back to the Victorian era. This ring has been crafted in the shape of a horseshoe and riding crop. This piece started l...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

A Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl And Diamond Bangle Bracelet , circa 1880's
Located in Firenze, IT
The hinged bangle centering two oval cat's eye chrysoberyl within a surround of rose cut diamonds, completed by rose diamond shoulders; mounted in eighteen karat gold; diameter: 2¼in...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Swiss Gold And Enamel Bracelet Circa 1840
Located in Firenze, IT
Composed of a series of plaques with floral black and white enamel, in the Swiss style, length 18.0cm Weight: 57gr.
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1840s Swiss Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

4.56 Carat Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing our exquisite 4.56 Carat Oval Sapphire Ring, a regal masterpiece of timeless beauty and elegance. This captivating piece features a stunning 4.56 carat oval sapphire, sou...
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Early 18th Century Early Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Pearl Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 15ct yellow gold antique ring. Within a face crafted into the shape of a square sits four sizeable round pearls; one in each corner with a single deep toned sapph...
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1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Flower Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely Victorian diamond necklace. Crafted to form the shape of flower head, this 15ct yellow gold pendant focally showcases a cut collet set round rose cut diamond at the ...
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20th Century Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Jelly Opal Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Horseshoe Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a horseshoe form featuring a row of jelly opal cabochons Transparent colorless body with spectral play-of-color Ranging in size from 2.5 to 3.5 mm round Bead set with ha...
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1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Enamel Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 13.6 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 1 ct. Totally is main old cut diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3-Pique 1-2...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Victorian Diamond Ruby Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Butterfly Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized silver-topped butterfly with fanning antennae and spindly legs Accented by rose cut diamonds bead and bezel set throughout body and wings Weighing approximate...
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1860s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold pearl and diamond cluster ring. The central pearl is natural and has a nice lustre and the diamonds are bright white sparkling rose cuts. Condit...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Etruscan Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique Victorian pearl ring. The ring features a central pearl which is surrounded by a further eight pearls in an Etruscan setting crafted in gold. This ring start...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl and Enamel 'Forget Me Not' Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold pearl cluster ring. The ring features a forget me not motif set with natural seed pearls with a border of black enamel. The pearls represent the ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Antique 18K Gold & Silver Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Wing Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique ruby, sapphire, emerald, diamond, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising ten cushion shaped rubies, six cushion shaped sapphires, ten cushion shaped emeralds, and sixt...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Early Victorian 3.92 CTW Peruzzi Cut Diamond Emerald 18 Karat Gold Antique Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a Peruzzi cut diamond weighing approximately 3.20 carats J color with VS2 clarity - set in a silver-topped square form bezel Flanked by round cut emeralds in silver-toppe...
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1840s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Etruscan Revival Banded Agate Athena Cameo Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian banded agate and yellow gold brooch, comprising one panel of carved banded agate, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow gold pin and fittings. This strikin...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Gem Set Clover Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming Victorian clover ring. The ring is set with a trio of round gemstones including a ruby, sapphire and old cut diamond collectively forming the clover motif. T...
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18th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Antique Victorian 1870s Gold 48ctw Garnet Fringe Necklace in Original Fitted Box
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian garnet and yellow gold necklace, comprising ten oval cut garnets, and thirty-seven round cut garnets, set in yellow gold, with yellow gold fittings. This tasteful neckl...
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1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold

Seed Pearl & Enamel 14K Bar Pin
Located in Solvang, CA
Antique Victorian seed pearl & enamel 14K bar pin, circa 1900. This 14 karat yellow gold bar pin features seed pearls surrounded by beautiful blue enamel. [SJ 3249B P] Dimensions 6....
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1 Victorian 18k/Sterling Silver Diamond Monogram Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold and topped in sterling silver, this piece, which can be worn as either a pin or a pendant, displays...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Bow Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming Victorian turquoise and pearl ring. The head of the ring has been crafted into an open bowed shaped ribbon with a turquoise gemstone set at the centre and an ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

Victorian 1830s Locket Black Enamel Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold mourning ring from the Victorian era. The ring features initials on the front, a locket compartment on the back of the face of the ring and has b...
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1830s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Black Onyx and Diamond Mourning Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 15ct yellow gold mourning brooch. The brooch has beautiful etruscan style detail around the edges, a black onyx face with a star set old cut diamond. Like most mo...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond and Ruby Crescent Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct rose gold diamond, pearl and ruby ring. The ring consists of two crescent moons, one of which is set with diamonds and the other with rubies. There is also a spear go...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Reverse Carved Intaglio Fox Cufflinks
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Victorian rock crystal and yellow gold cufflinks, each comprising a round cabochon rock crystal, painted with the image of a fox, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Estate Diamond Turtle Brooch Tortoise Pin Diamondback Terrapin Anamalier
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most unusual and large turtle brooch bursting with a sparkling diamond encrusted shell. This extraordinary tortoise pin with 160 individually pave' set diamonds framed within highl...
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1960s Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Rose Gold 2.06ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond and rose gold ring, comprising seven old mine cut diamonds, set in 9 karat rose gold, to a band of 9 karat rose gold. This show-stopping ring is set to the centre...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Circa 1890s 8k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.75 ct. The diamond is has S3 clarity and Light brown color. Ring size is US 6 (We offer free resizing) We can ...
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1890s European Late Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 1.9 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L color and s1-s2-s3-Pique 1-2 clarity. Totally is emerald 0.45 ct. Ring siz...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Diamond, Pearl & Blue Enamel Engraved Bracelet
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, pearl, enamel, and yellow gold bracelet, comprising one old mine cut diamond, seven pearls, set in 18 karat yellow gold, adorned with blue enamel. This beautif...
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1840s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Eight-Stone Natural Pearl Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a pearl set ring from the early stages of the Victorian period. A split 18ct yellow gold band plays host to eight round natural pearls; all of which have been individual...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl and Black Enamel Flower Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 15ct yellow gold antique ring. The face is crafted in a navette style and features a flower formed of small seed pearls. Surrounding the daisy there is well kept ...
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20th Century Victorian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl Spider Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fun Victorian spider ring. The spider features a pearl back and a lovely textured body. This piece started life as an antique stick pin but has been remodelled into a...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Turquoise and Garnet Snake Mourning Hair Bracelet
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 9ct yellow gold mourning bracelet featuring woven hair in the form of a serpent with a gold head and tail featuring eleven turquoise stones and two cabochon garne...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Garnet, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique heart ring. The ring features a central pearl which has been set in a heart shaped gold setting crafted in rose gold with a plain rose gold band. This ring s...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Clover Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, 18ct yellow gold diamond clover ring. The ring features a central old cut diamond and surrounded by twelve rose cut diamonds in a clover motif crafted in silver ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Three-Stone Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold three-stone pearl and diamond ring from the Victorian era. The piece showcases a stylish textured backdrop which plays host to a trio of star-burst s...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold Multi Color Gemstone Slide Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
OTHER SLIDE BRACELET DESCRIPTION Vintage and lively with charm, this Victorian inspired slide bracelet displays a multitude of natural, multi color gemstones. From pearls to diamond...
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1980s American Victorian Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue...

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Paperclip Link 55 1/2 Long Antique Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain alternating in pattern with elongated paperclip links Bisected by open oval-shaped forms Completed by large rose gold spring clasp closure Chain tested...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Victorian Oval Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This vivacious Victorian gemstone engagement ring centers on a velvety and vibrant blue sapphire. The well-proportioned oval weighing 2.28 carats is held within a scrolling filigree ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Patterned 0.33 Carat Diamond Gypsy Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a victorian 15ct yellow gold diamond gypsy ring. The shoulders of the ring feature a lovely hand-crafted pattern which leads up to the claw set old mine cut diamond. We love ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Grand Tour 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grand Tour 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings 1.5" length from base of ear wire 11 grams in weight for both earrings Made in Italy c.1860s Embark on the tradition of t...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique double heart ring. The ring features two interlocking hearts which have been set natural seed pearls and crafted in 15ct yellow gold with a plain band. This ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Carved Shell Cameo Ring
Located in London, GB
This shell cameo ring is carved superbly and executed with high relief workmanship, depicting a lovely profile of a gentleman turning to his left. The ring has been crafted in 15ct y...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Diamond & Blue & White Enamel Polo Cap Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond and enamel ring in yellow gold, comprising one old cut diamond and eighteen rose cut diamonds, set in 18 karat yellow gold, and adorned with blue and white enamel,...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 5.05 Carat Aquamarine 0.30 Carat Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 5.05 carat aquamarine and 0.30 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections. This stunning, fine and impressive aquamarine pendant has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a silver setting. The central pierced decorated, quatrefoil-shaped frame displays a stunning feature collet set oval faceted cut aquamarine, encompassed with four pavé set eight cut diamonds, in addition to four individually collet set diamonds to the incurves. The impressive pear faceted cut aquamarine suspended from the terminal of the design is surmounted with a splayed scrolling frame incorporating three collet set eight-cut diamonds. The apex of the pendant is embellished with a stunning claw set round faceted cut aquamarine, accented with a floriated scrolling frame ornamented with eighteen pavé set diamonds. The lower portion of the floriated designs anchors two decorative chain supports for the lower articulated frames. The antique pendant suspends from a 10k yellow gold chain, securing to the reverse with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening; this chain can be fastened to allow the wearing length to be 16", 17" or 18". This diamond and aquamarine pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 12 karat gold and silver, with a 10k gold chain. This impressive Victorian aquamarine pendant...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian 1.41 CTW Old Mine Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 1.41 carats - O/P color with VS2 clarity Set with six talon prongs and flanked by rounded shoulders Completed by satin finis...
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1880s Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Chrysoberyl Cats Eye and Diamond Clover Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a charming Victorian diamond and chrysoberyl cats eye clover ring. The ring is set with a trio of round cabochon cats eye chrysoberyl with a central old cut diamond. The ring...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

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Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 1ctw Diamond & Ruby Kookaburra Bird Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, diamond, ruby, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising fifty round cut diamonds, and one ruby cabochon, set in silver and 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow go...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 15K Gold & Silver 2.39ctw Diamond Crescent Brooch or Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, silver, and rose gold pendant or brooch, comprising sixty old mine and rose cut diamonds, set in silver, and backed in 15 karat rose gold, with 15 karat rose gold...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Pendant Watches Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 16.9 grams. Totally is diamond 0.10 ct. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold 2.1tgw Ruby and Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A ruby and diamond ring in gold, comprising one oval cut ruby and twenty-four old cut diamonds, to an 18 karat yellow gold band. An exquisite cherry red ruby is set to the centre o...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 0.70 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we a wonderful Victorian diamond cluster ring. The ring features a central old cut diamond which is surrounded by a halo of eight old cut diamonds in a cluster formation and cra...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Buckle Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold ring from the Victorian era. This antique piece has been crafted into the shape of a belt buckle and plays host to two chunky old cut diamonds which ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry on 1stDibs

Our love for diamond rings, luxury watches and other antique and vintage fine jewelry and estate jewelry goes back thousands of years.

Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry housesTiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.

Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.

Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection. Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement ringsArt Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]

Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.

Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by the likes of contemporary designers WHITE/SPACE and Agmes, luxurious jewels can elevate any outfit, regardless of your personal style.

Find a wide-ranging collection of authentic antique, new and vintage jewelry today on 1stDibs.

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